Centenary Hires Former Lasell Attackman Brian Yepez as Assistant

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. — The Centenary College Athletic Department announced the hiring of Brian Yepez as the new assistant coach for the men’s lacrosse team for the 2013 season. Yepez joins Head Coach Matt Klank after a four-year career as an attack with Lasell College in Auburndale, Mass.

When asked on his thoughts about stepping in as the new assistant coach, Yepez replied: “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to work for the Centenary staff and can’t wait to see how the senior class steps up and leads the team this season.”

During his four years with the Lasers, Yepez scored a total 94 career points to put him in 12th place in Lasell College history. After being named Rookie of the Year his freshman year, Yepez helped lead his team to the ECAC Tournament during his sophomore season where they took home a 10-5 victory in the semi-finals over Plymouth State.

His senior season, Yepez led the Lasers with 20 goals and 14 assists, while earning 23 groundballs to earn a spot on Second Team All-Pilgrim League as well as the opportunity to play in the New England Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (NEILA) East vs. West Game.

Aside from his playing experience, Yepez also served as an assistant coach for Wellesley High School in Massachusetts as well as a head coach for Wellesley Town Pride League from 2010-2012.

Yepez earned a B.A. in Communication from Lasell in 2011, majoring in journalism and media writing with a minor in sociology.